Senior Instrument and Control Engineer

UAE Branches; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Senior Instrumentation & Control Engineer to lead I&C design for the ROO Feed Design EPCM project. The role emphasizes technical quality, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and stakeholder coordination to deliver compliant, integrated I&C solutions.

The candidate will drive document development, perform sizing calculations, handle vendor interfaces, mentor junior engineers, and manage budget and schedule to ensure project milestones are met in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Electronics or Instrumentation Engineering.
• 10–13 years I&C engineering experience, 5 years in Sr. I&C role, preferably in oil & gas.
• Proven FEED project experience and EPCM contract familiarity.
• Strong knowledge of DCS, SIS, PLC, SCADA and field instrumentation.
• Proficiency with I&C software tools and applications.
• Excellent problem-solving, organization, leadership and communication skills.
• PE license or equivalent is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead I&C engineering design and implementation across ROO project phases, ensuring compliance with requirements and industry standards.
• Develop and maintain I&C documents: instrument datasheets, IO schedules, control narratives, safety specs, RFQ/SOWs, drawings.
• Perform sizing calculations for valves, flow elements and relief devices.
• Specify and procure I&C equipment and coordinate vendor design documentation.
• Coordinate with process, mechanical, piping and electrical disciplines for integrated design.
• Participate in design reviews, HAZID/HAZOP and SIL assessments.
• Mentor junior engineers and manage I&C budget and schedule to meet milestones.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and new I&C technologies.

Skills

DCS

SIS

PLC

SCADA

Field instrumentation

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/ Electronics/ Instrumentation Engineering

Tools

I&C software tools

Job description

Title:

Senior Instrument and Control Engineer

Job Title: Senior Instrumentation & Control (I&C) Engineer

Location: Abu Dhabi

Project: ROO Feed Design EPCM

About Company

KBR is a global provider of differentiated professional services and technologies across the asset and program life cycle within the Government Services and Hydrocarbons sectors. KBR employs approximately 34000 people worldwide (including our joint ventures) with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Instrumentation & Control Engineer to join our team for the ROO Feed Design & EPCm project in Abu Dhabi. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the I&C engineering design activities and ensuring that all technical parameters for the project are adhered to with an emphasis on delivery of technical quality. This position involves close collaboration with other engineering disciplines and working with both internal project teams and external stakeholders to deliver a comprehensive I&C solution for the project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the I&C engineering design and implementation through various phases of the ROO project ensuring compliance with project requirements industry standards and best practices.
• Develop and maintain I&C engineering documents such as instrument datasheets index IO schedule Control narrative Safety requirement specification RFQ TBE Site survey SOW Control system modification SOW. Provide input and review drawings such as wiring diagrams loop diagram installation details Location layout drawings Instrument hook up Control room layout drawing level sketch diagram
• Perform and review calculations for system sizing and design including control valve sizing flow element sizing and relief valve sizing.
• Specify and procure instrumentation control systems and related equipment and liaise with Vendors post award to ensure successful supply of Vendor design documentation and equipment according to contractual requirements inc. technical review of Vendor engineering and design deliverables.
• Coordinate with other disciplines such as process mechanical piping and electrical to ensure an integrated design approach and advocate for an integrated team approach to projects.
• Participate in design reviews HAZID HAZOP studies and SIL assessments to identify and mitigate potential risks
• Participate in plot plan review Constructability review and 3D model review meeting.
• Liaise with clients vendors and contractors to ensure design specifications are met and to resolve any technical issues that may arise.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior I&C engineers and designers on the team.
• Prepare and manage the I&C engineering budget and schedule ensuring that project milestones are met.
• Stay updated with the latest technological advancements and regulatory changes in the field of I&C engineering.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Electronics or Instrumentation Engineering.
• A minimum of 10 to 13 years of I&C engineering experience preferably within the oil and gas industry and 5 years in the Sr. I&C Engineer Position
• Proven experience in FEED projects with a solid understanding of EPCM contracts.
• Familiarity with international codes and standards related to I&C engineering.
• Strong knowledge of DCS SIS PLC SCADA and field instrumentation.
• Proficiency in I&C software tools and applications.
• Excellent problemsolving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational communication and leadership abilities.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent is an advantage.

The Senior I&C Engineer is a key role that contributes significantly to the success of our projects. If you possess the skills and experience required and are ready to take on challenging projects in a dynamic environment we welcome your application.

Required Experience:

Senior IC